All posts tagged with aging secrets
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-(Natural News) Osteoporosis remains to be one of the leading public health threats in older adults. In the U.S. alone, over 52 million people over the age of 50 suffer from this condition. While researchers have developed synthetic medications and treatments to combat the onset of this widespread disease, these have been found to do more […]
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-(Natural News) Coenzyme Q10, better known as CoQ10, is an antioxidant that the body produces naturally. Mainly found in the heart, liver, kidneys and pancreas, CoQ10 is used by cells for growth and maintenance. As a person ages, however, CoQ10 levels naturally decrease. This can increase the risk of developing chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes […]
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-(Natural News) Immune function declines with age, and this decline is said to be largely influenced by the composition of a person’s gut microbiota. The gut microbiota protects the digestive system from external pathogens by modulating immune responses. However, aging reduces the diversity of the gut microbiota, and this leads to unfavorable conditions, such as frailty, increased […]
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-(Natural News) Regular exercise is a key component of a healthy lifestyle, but its benefits go beyond just strengthening muscles and reducing fat. Researchers from the University of Maryland (UMD) found that exercising for at least 30 minutes each day can help improve memory. Their study, which appeared in the Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society, is one of many that […]
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-(Natural News) Older adults suffering from knee osteoarthritis could benefit from brisk walking and other forms of physical activity. A recent study found that regular movement makes it easier for the elderly to move and complete everyday tasks. In the U.S., osteoarthritis — where cartilage wears away, causing the bones to rub up against each other — is […]
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-(Natural News) As people grow older, they become more prone to developing cataracts that can impair their vision or even cause blindness. To prevent this, experts suggest eating more foods rich in vitamins and carotenoids. These nutrients help prevent the onset of age-related cataracts. Earlier studies found links between the consumption of these nutrients and a reduced risk of […]
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-(Natural News) More and more people are practicing meditation with the discovery of its many health benefits. To add to the list, researchers from the University of California Davis found that meditation has positive long-term effects on cognitive health. The study, which was published in the Journal of Cognitive Enhancement, explained how meditation helps delay cognitive decline. Meditation can improve sustained attention Despite the […]
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-(Natural News) A person’s risk of developing heart and bone diseases increases with age. Fortunately, there’s an effective and natural way of reducing this risk. Research suggests increasing your intake of vitamin K can improve your heart and bone health. According to an article published in Integrative Medicine: A Clinicians Journal, adequate vitamin K intake […]
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-(Natural News) In this study, European researchers objectively assessed the safety and efficacy of acupuncture treatment for rheumatoid arthritis. Their findings were published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is characterized by pain, functional disability, poor quality of life (QoL), high socio-economic impact and high annual costs. Although acupuncture is widely used, […]
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-(Natural News) Tai chi is a mind-body practice that was first developed in China as a martial art. It is closely related to qigong, an exercise system used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for the purpose of cultivating qi or a person’s life force. Today, both forms of exercise are practiced for health-related or healing purposes and […]
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